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More than 10 years since its predecessor first appeared, the all-new 2018 Lexus LS500 has been revealed at this week's Detroit motor show – but that badge doesn't represent a V8 engine. Confirmed for a first-half Australian launch in 2018, the latest LS brings new looks, new technologies, a new platform and a brand-new heart.

Update - Porsche's local arm has confirmed timing and pricing for the 911 GTS range. See bottom of article for details The new 2017 Porsche 911 GTS range has been revealed this week ahead of its Australian launch in the second quarter of this year. A total of five variants will be offered – in Germany at least – the 911 GTS with rear-wheel drive, 911 GTS with all-wheel drive (both versions will be offered in coupe and convertible forms), along with the 911 Targa 4 GTS with all-wheel drive.

The updated 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA and 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLA45 compact SUVs have been revealed at the 2017 Detroit motor show. The refreshed model range sees an exterior nip and tuck, new engines and interior revisions, while there’s also a new sporty special edition in the form of the 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLA45 Yellow Night Edition.

More details on the long-awaited Kia Stinger rear-wheel drive sports sedan leaked online today, five hours ahead of its world premiere in Detroit. Designed and engineered in Germany, the Stinger redefines Kia’s brand and will serve as its new passenger flagship. It partially brings to fruition a promise made years away with the original two-door GT Stinger concept from 2014.

The hotly anticipated Mercedes-AMG R50 hypercar will be clearly distinguishable as a product of the three-pointed star brand, the company’s chief design officer has revealed. Speaking with CarAdvice at CES 2017, Gorden Wagener – the chief penman for the company who signs off on every new model launched under the Mercedes badge – said the new hypercar was a fulfilling project to lead. “The car is very clean and pure, but also very extreme,” he said.